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Education, Citizenship and Youth

Distance Learning

Teacher Mediated Option

Home Economics

Grade 9 Home Economics (10G) 1 credit (2006)
This course specializes in hands-on learning experiences through the integration of skills and knowledge that can be applied to authentic work and home/life situations.

The purpose of this course is:

  • to encourage students to make positive behavioural changes in their diet and lifestyle through practical application of theoretical knowledge.
  • to provide students with the opportunity to reflect on decisions that affect relationships and their own well-being throughout life.
  • to provide students with the opportunity to learn about clothing and textiles. Discussion topics include clothing messages, wardrobe planning, and construction, care, and selection of clothing.

The following resource will be provided with the course.

  • Canada's Food Guide

Resources Required

  • Access to a kitchen

Select one of the following hand sewing kits:

  • Beginner: Soccer Ball (5047) MTBB
  • Beginner: Mactavish - Dog (5048) MTBB
  • Intermediate: Kitty Kat (5061) MTBB
  • Intermediate: Skateboard (5050) MTBB
  • Advanced: Turtle (5051) MTBB

Resources (highly recommended)

  • Access to a computer for word processing
  • Camera or video camera

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